Izzy

6 x 6
Pastel on paper

A study for a larger piece of this calf scratching an itch! 

Ima

10 x 8
Pastel on paper

Another version of a Pinzgauer previously painted in oil. 

Vincent

12 x 9
Oil on Arches Oil Paper

My first attempt on the Arches paper. It didn't seem to be any more absorbent than  masonite, but perhaps that's because I used very little medium. 

Sideways

5 x 7
Pastel on paper

This calf was a bit skeptical ...not sure whether to trust my presence in the field with his herd mates.

Siesta 5 x 7

5 x 7
Pastel on paper

A larger version was posted earlier of this calf resting in the meadow. Guess I work backwards!

Blue Moon

5 x 7
Pastel on paper

I recently learned that cattle have magnetic receptors and can sense those fields. They generally face due north which is probably where this cow is pointed.

Jubilation

8 x 10
Pastel on paper

Another calf from Deep Run Dairy caught in the act of pure happiness.

Gilda

8 x 8
Pastel on paper

Named after Gilda the Wise, another girl from Deep Run Dairy.

Olive SOLD

6 x 7.25
Oil on board

Olive is a  member of a small herd of Hereford cows in New Jersey. She and her sisters are the oldest cows I have ever met. ranging in age from 17-22 years. They belong to a kind and generous couple who have had them since they bought the house many years ago.  

Eli

6 x 8
Pastel on paper

Something about the graceful look back...akin to a contrapposto pose for a baby bull.

Siesta

Siesta
8 x 8 Pastel on paper

One of the calves from Deep Run Dairy. She was comfortable enough to allow me to sit down next to her and take lots of photos. 

Levi

6 x 6 Oil

One of the handsome boys at Maple Acres Farm . Whenever I need to lift my spirits, a drive over to this farm never fails to do the job. 

Euphrasia

Pastel on Paper
8 x 10

A Pinzagauer cow from a small herd not too far from my home. Their kindly owner allowed me to spend time with his "girls" in their meadow.